McDonald’s was founded in 1940 by brothers Richard and Maurice McDonald. It was originally intended to be a barbecue restaurant. At present, McDonald’s is the second largest chain of fast food restaurants in the world, only after the casual sandwich chain Subway. It has an estimated 36,889 outlets across 120 countries. Around 68 million consumers are served a daily basis. The global headquarters of McDonald’s are based in Oak Brook, Illinois, but there is a confirmation that it will be moved to Chicago in early 2018.
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McDonald’s predominantly sells hamburgers, although its menu varies widely depending on location. In many places, the company has expanded its menu to include salads, fruits, wraps, fish, and smoothies. A McDonald’s fast food chain can be run either by an affiliate, the McDonald’s Corporation or a franchise. According to a 2012 report published by BBC, McDonald’s is the second largest private employer after Walmart accounting for 1.5...
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